“Indonesia, Catatan Pemakaman.” That’s Indonesian for Indonesia Cemetery Records. Here at Pemakaman Triti, we delve into Jakarta’s past. These records, dating from 1901 to 2009, offer glimpses into lives lived. They reveal stories of people buried in Jakarta Barat, Jakarta Selatan and Jakarta Timur.
Pemakaman Triti holds more than just names. Imagine sifting through register books. You might find renewal applications or reburial permits. There are administrative records and even copies of death certificates. Family residency certificates also exist. Burial licenses called “izin penggunaan tanah makam” give further details. Grave marker installation permits, “izin pemasangan plaket makam,” add to the picture. Don’t forget the heirs’ power of attorney, “surat kuasa ahli waris.”
These records tell tales of ordinary and perhaps extraordinary lives. What details can we find in Pemakaman Triti’s records? A person’s name is the first clue. Gender and religion follow. Citizenship and residence offer context. Parent’s names connect generations. Death dates mark the end. Cause of death reveals the final chapter. Cemetery and plot number pinpoint the resting place within Pemakaman Triti.
Imagine the stories contained within. A young man dies far from home. A mother succumbs to illness. An old man peacefully passes away surrounded by family. Each grave at Pemakaman Triti represents a life. Each record holds fragments of their story.
The FamilySearch collection offers a glimpse into these records. Titles include “Daftar pemakaman.” This means cemetery register. You can find registers from Basmol, Kepa Duri and Rawa Kopi. Semanan, Jagakarsa and Jeruk Purut are also listed. Srengseng Sawah, Tanah Kusir Selatan and Tanah Kusir Utara add to the list. Pondok Kelapa completes the inventory. Each location offers a piece of Jakarta’s history.
Searching these records requires patience. Knowing the person’s name helps. An approximate date of death narrows the search. Be prepared to analyze the results carefully. Compare each finding with existing knowledge. Multiple records may need viewing. Keep a research log to track progress at Pemakaman Triti.
What if you find the person you seek? Add the new information to your records. Check the image for additional details. Analyze the entry for further clues. This information can lead to other records. What if the search is unsuccessful? Try searching by surname only. Names may appear abbreviated or in variant forms. Remember that spelling was not standardized until the early 20th century.
Pemakaman Triti connects us to Jakarta’s past. These cemetery records offer valuable insights. They reveal the lives of those who came before. They remind us of our shared humanity. Take a moment to reflect on the stories held within this ground. Consider the lives that once walked these streets. Pemakaman Triti stands as a testament to their memory.